1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 11 kg more than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 1993 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | Virage | Monterey |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |